For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 724 students in 28721, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28721, NC are Riverbend Elementary School and Clyde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28721 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28721, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28721, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverbend Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
71 Learning Lane
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-6565
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-6565
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Clyde Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4182 Old Clyde Road
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-2206
Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 627-2206
Gr: PK-5 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28721, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28721, NC include Riverbend Elementary School and Clyde Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28721?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28721.
What is the racial composition of students in 28721?
28721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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